Kester (now 25-2) has one more match today, the semi-final, match #230 against Lincoln freshman Chantz Vath (26-3). Again, this is the semi-final.

Updated Fri Feb 24, 6:25p: Semifinal: Kester defeats Lincoln freshman Chantz Vath with a 9 to 3 decision to move on to Saturday’s State Championship. Video available on Facebook.

Kester (now 26-2) will face Norton junior Ryan Johnson (28-3), who beat Council Grove senior Holden Butler (41-1) giving him his only loss for the season.

Updated Fri Feb 24, 7:40p: On Saturday, the consolation rounds are scheduled to begin at 3 p.m., followed by the Parade of Champions, and then the State Championship Finals. Southeast plans to Facebook Live Kester’s bout at www.facebook.com/usd247

Updated Sat Feb 25, 5:35p: Tyler Kester takes 2nd place at State following a 4 to 3 decision, with Norton’s Ryan Johnson taking the championship. Video available on Facebook.

Updated Sat Feb 25, 6:15p: Link to video and photo gallery from the championship have been added to this page.